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May 2021

The risks in hunting for higher returns

By Tony Kaye, Senior Personal Finance Writer, Vanguard Australia How much investment risk are you willing to take? If you’ve…

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Keeping your cool in a hot market

After reeling from the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020, property values throughout Australia have strongly rebounded, rising at their…

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Salary packaging

Salary packaging is when you and your employer ‘package’ your salary into income and benefits. It’s also known as salary…

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Hedge funds

Hedge funds use investment strategies that are more complex than other managed funds. Many aim for positive or less volatile…

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How To Avoid Extra Home Loan Fees

Exit and early termination fees can put the brakes on plans to sell, to refinance, and to renovate or purchase …

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Asset allocations still hold the key

By Robin Bowerman, Head of Corporate Affairs, Vanguard Australia Owning a home has for decades now been a prerequisite to…

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Recent stories

Understanding the Sharemarket: A Beginner’s Guide

Investing in the sharemarket can be a powerful way to grow your wealth over time. Whether you’re new to investing…

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Franked Dividends vs Unfranked Dividends

When it comes to investing in the stock market, understanding the nuances of dividend payments is crucial. One of the…

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UGC Monthly Market Update | May 2024

Join UGC’s Head of Research / Co-Portfolio Manager, Huw Davies, as he takes a deep dive into the latest financial…

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If aged care advice is confusing – get advice

Many people think they can’t afford to get aged care advice, but the reality is you probably can’t afford not…

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Mastering the Tax Game: Boost Your Wealth & Trim Your Tax

As the end of the financial year approaches, it’s the perfect time to refine your tax strategies and maximise your…

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